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Main Street Washington
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Ghosts of Washington: October 19th
2024/10/19 15:00:00
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Join Us for an Enchanting Event at the Ghosts of Washington!
The Riverside Iowa Paranormal group invites the community to a captivating day of exploration, connection, and intrigue at the Ghosts of Washington event on October 19. Held at the newly opened Victorian View, an option to join for Dinner and a Gallery Reading at JP’s 207, and a movie and investigation at the world’s oldest theatre in the world, the State Theatre, this unique gathering promises an array of metaphysical activities, dinner, ghost hunting, and the chance to uncover the mysteries of the past.
Event Schedule:
- 12 PM – 7 PM: Metaphysical Fair at Victorian View (320 W 2nd St, Washington, IA)
Explore a variety of vendors offering crystals, tarot readings, reiki, and more. Perfect for those looking to enhance their spiritual journey! - 7 PM – 9 PM: Dinner at JP’s and Gallery Readings (207 W Main St, Washington, IA)
Enjoy a delicious meal while experiencing insightful gallery readings with our talented psychics and mediums. - 9 PM – 11:45 PM: Movie Screening at the State Theatre – The Nightmare Before Christmas (123 E Washington St, Washington, IA)
After the film, join us for a paranormal investigation at the State Theater, rumored to be haunted by vaudeville performers who never left! - 12 AM – 2 AM: Slumber Party at Victorian View
Participate in paranormal investigations around Victorian View and enjoy a fireside chat with team members from Riverside Iowa Paranormal. - 2 AM – 7 AM: Sleep… if you can!
Unwind after a thrilling night of exploration and discover if the spirits have more to share.
About Riverside Iowa Paranormal
Riverside Iowa Paranormal is a diverse group of paranormal researchers with chapters in Iowa and Indiana. Our members include psychics, mediums, and healers, dedicated to helping families in need, even in the darkest of cases. To learn more about our mission and events, please visit our website: https://riversideiowaparanormal.org/.
We invite everyone, whether you’re a believer or just curious, to join us for an unforgettable night filled with mystery, connection, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this enchanting opportunity!
Ticket Options are available for different options throughout the night, or join us as a Paranormal VIP for the entire day…..and night!
CLICK HERE to purchase ticket. Details are below.
Metaphysical Fair: 12 PM – 7 PM: General Admission $15
Join us for an exciting day at our Metaphysical Fair, featuring a variety of vendors offering crystals, tarot readings, Reiki, and past life readings. Your general admission ticket allows you to experience FREE readings from our partners with Riverside Iowa Paranormal on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location: Victorian View (320 W 2nd St, Washington, IA)
Dinner and Gallery Readings at JP’s: 7 PM – 9 PM: Entry: $25
Join us for an uplifting evening filled with delicious food and profound connections. Our gallery readings will be conducted during dinner, where psychic mediums will deliver messages from departed loved ones. Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat appetizer buffet, including chips, dips, paninis, pizzas, desserts, and more.
Location: JP’s 207 (207 W Main St, Washington, IA)
*Note: The restaurant is located in the basement and is accessible only by stairs. Gluten-free options are available by request.*
Movie Screening and Paranormal Investigation: 9 PM – 12:30 AM: Entry: $25
Gather at the historic State Theater, the oldest continuously operating theater in the world, to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas. Following the movie, join the Riverside Iowa Paranormal experts for an investigation of the theater, rumored to house echoes of its vaudeville past.
Location: Washington State Theatre (123 E Washington St, Washington, IA)
*Please note: Due to unexpected changes in film rights, the movie selection may change. Ticket holders will be notified and offered a refund if the new selection is not acceptable.*
Victorian View Investigations, Fireside Chat, and Slumber Party: 12 AM – 7 AM: Entry: $50
Embark on an immersive investigation of the Victorian View, from the basement to the attic. Experience late-night conversations with Riverside Iowa Paranormal team members during our fireside chat, weather permitting.
For the adventurous spirits, stay overnight in this historic home! Bring your sleeping bags and pillows (air mattresses not permitted). The slumber party will conclude at 7 AM.
Location: Victorian View (320 W 2nd St, Washington, IA)
VIP Tickets: $95
VIP ticket holders can experience all of the options above, plus you are able to pre-book their metaphysical services, ensuring you get the full experience of what the event has to offer.
Overnight Upgrade (overnight accommodations in Victorian View bedroom for up to 3 guests): $100
Are you brave enough to stay the night, but don’t dare sleeping on the floor in a sleeping bag? There are 3 rooms available for overnight guests. Each room can accommodate up to 3 people and has a queen or full bed and twin option.
What Attendees Are Saying:
“Victorian View did not disappoint. The hosts were warm and welcoming, the house was beautiful, with a ton of activity and dozens of wedding gowns that could carry their own histories. We had amazing Estes sessions and captured some intriguing evidence on video. We can’t wait to go back!”
— Iowa Society of Paranormal Research
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Join us for this unique event of exploration, connection, and community spirit at the Ghosts of Washington. Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure yours soon!
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our website at Riverside Iowa Paranormal. We can’t wait to uncover the mysteries of the past together!
About Gallery Readings
Gallery readings offer a unique opportunity for inspiration and healing. During these special evenings, a group gathers to witness the profound healing power of messages from departed loved ones. The experience is deeply spiritual, uplifting, and filled with comforting connections, healing energy, and loving messages that leave a lasting impact.
Losing a loved one is incredibly painful, especially when the physical connection is gone. Often, there are lingering questions and a yearning for closure. Team members from Riverside Iowa Paranormal will help bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual realms, allowing healing for those grieving their loss. How is this possible? Because spirit never dies. Our spirit exists before physical life and continues on after. The soul, our true essence, is eternal. When a loved one passes, they shed their physical body and return to their purest spiritual form, where God’s boundless love flows through them.
What is a Paranormal Experience?
A paranormal experience is an event or perception that seems unusual or unnatural, and is often attributed to supernatural, magical, or folkloric origins. Some examples of paranormal experiences include:
Ghost sightings
Unidentified flying objects (UFOs)
Abduction by aliens
Cryptozoological beasts such as Sasquatch, the chupacabra, or the Loch Ness monster
Hearing sounds
Lights turning on and off
Hearing voices
However, there are many scientific explanations for paranormal events. For example, sleep paralysis is a scientific explanation for paranormal encounters.
Some say that paranormal experiences are more likely to occur during highly emotional states, such as after a recent bereavement or other trauma. Others say that paranormal experiences are more associated with mental illness than other spiritual experiences.
Riverside Iowa Paranormal
Riverside Iowa Paranormal is a diverse group of paranormal researchers with chapters in Iowa and Indiana. Our members include psychics, mediums, and healers, dedicated to helping families in need, even in the darkest of cases. We are dedicated to investigating paranormal activities. We are professional and discreet and help individuals explore and understand any supernatural activities they may be experiencing. We also offer several types of readings and other metaphysical services, including individual readings, card readings, spiritual readings, Reiki cleansing/healings, herbalism and aromatherapy. Learn more on their website.
The State Theatre:
(123 E Washington St. Washington, IA)
The Des Moines Register offers up some historical facts on this unique (and haunted) host venue. The State Theatre, formerly known as The Graham Opera House, is located at 123 East Washington Street. It has been in operation since May 14, 1897, according to Preservation Iowa’s story published in October 2016. It was certified as such by the Guinness Book of World Records in April 2016, the theater’s website says. Guinness even acknowledged that tickets for the first moving picture ranged from 15 to 35 cents. Bet that was nice. As you’d expect, though, the State Theatre has undergone extensive renovation over the years. In November 2010, a cigarette discarded in a trash can ignited a fire in the projection room and closed the theater, per a story from the Cedar Rapids Gazette. It reopened in April 2011, showcasing a new facade that mimicked the style of theaters in the 1940s. Learn more on their website.
The Victorian View:
(320 W 2nd St. Washington, IA)
Riverside Iowa Paranormal was the first to bring you access to the Victorian View. While quite active, little is known about the ghostly inhabitants that remain in this beautiful Victorian that was built in 1895. Inhabitants have reported shadow people and disembodied voices. There has been one reported tragedy that occurred on the grounds resulting in death. We are slowly peeling back the layers and you can help us figure out the puzzle pieces of this incredible historic home. Learn more on their website.
JP’s 207:
(207 W Main St, Washington, IA)
JP’s 207 is a sandwich shop during the week and a restaurant, bar & live music venue on the weekends. Carry-out, catering, and private events are all available. To provide a quality product made for you the way we would prepare it for ourselves. Simple, fresh, whole foods. The 5S. Sandwiches, Soups, Salads, Sides, & Sweets. Check out the restaurant by visiting this link.